appearance vs reality

• What theme is prominently explored in Macbeth?

  Appearance vs Reality
• What does Macbeth hallucinate before murdering Duncan?

  A dagger he sees before him
• What does Macbeth's hallucination of the dagger signify?

  His corrupted mind and violent intentions
• What haunts Macbeth after Banquo's murder?

  Banquo's ghost
• How does Banquo's ghost appear to Macbeth?

  Sitting in Macbeth's seat at the table
• What does Macbeth mean by "Never shake thy glory locks at me"?

  He is haunted by guilt over Banquo's murder
• What symbolizes guilt in Macbeth?

  Blood
• What does Macbeth say about washing away the blood after Duncan's murder?

  No amount of water can cleanse his hands
• What does Lady Macbeth say about the smell of blood on her hands?

  It will not be sweetened by perfumes
• How does guilt affect Lady Macbeth?

  She sleepwalks and relives her actions
• What does Macbeth mean by "full of Scorpions is my mind"?

  His mind is infested with trauma and distress
• What does Lady Macbeth advise Macbeth to do regarding appearances?

  Look innocent while being deceitful
• What imagery does Lady Macbeth's quote about the "innocent flower" create?

  Imagery of nature and deception
• How does Lady Macbeth's character challenge Jacobean stereotypes?

  She is portrayed as manipulative and sinful
• What does Lady Macbeth's behavior suggest about women's roles in the Jacobean period?

  Women were expected to be nurturing, not manipulative